Michael Parent

Since 1977, Michael Parent has been performing stories and songs throughout the United States. School assembly programs are one of this dynamic performer's specialties.

Michael's school shows include songs accompanied by various instruments, folktales, and an original story (sometimes including juggling) that addresses issues related to growing up -- e.g. dealing with bullies, siblings, friends, peer pressure, etc.

Stories are generally aimed at a particular age group. So it's usually best to limit the range of any audience to two or three grades: kindergarten through second grade; third through fifth; sixth through eighth; ninth and tenth; eleventh and twelfth, etc.

The number of students in each assembly is determined by the age group, the physical setting, the school's population, school traditions and policies, and the availability of a good sound system.

WORKSHOPS FOR TEACHERS and/or STUDENTS
can be included in a school visit.

"Story Activities for Learning": Story-based classroom activities.

"Go Write Ahead": Unique process that "jumpstarts" story writing.

"Storytelling Basics": Exercises for beginning storytellers.

Link to the Workshops page for more details

To Schedule a Program:

Email Michael Parent or call (207) 879-0401

"I liked your story a lot. I think you are very funny and you have a great sense of humor. I would like to thank you for coming to our school and telling us the best story I ever heard."
-- Your friend, Timmy (age 9)